Dog boarding costs $25 to $150 per night in 2026
Dog boarding costs $25 to $150 per night in 2026. Wag lists an average of about $53 a night, with most stays between $39 and $76. Petful lists standard kennels at $25 to $50 in most of the country. Luxury stays reach $75 to $150 at Dogster. Where you live, the type of stay, and extras like walks or medicine change the price.
What price guides say
We checked 3 price guides and read every number on their pages on October 7, 2026. They do not all measure the same thing, so read each line for what it counts.
| Source | What it found |
|---|---|
| Petful | Petful lists standard kennels at $25 to $50 a night in most of the country and a typical week at $280 to $420. |
| Dogster | Dogster lists standard kennels at $35 to $85 a night and luxury hotels at $75 to $150. |
| Wag | Wag lists an average of about $53 a night, with most stays between $39 and $76. |
Dog boarding price per night by type
| Item | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Standard kennel | $25 to $50 | Petful |
| Kennel in a high cost city | $45 to $85 | Petful |
| In home sitter | $45 to $85 | Petful |
| Overnight doggy daycare | $40 to $75 | Petful |
| Standard kennel | $35 to $85 | Dogster |
| Luxury hotel | $75 to $150 | Dogster |
| In home boarding | $40 to $125 | Dogster |
| Caregiver home, average | $53, range $39 to $76 | Wag |
Every number in this table was read on one of the source pages listed at the bottom of this page.
What pushes the price up
| What | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Type of stay | Kennels cost less than luxury suites. Dogster lists kennels at $35 to $85, luxury hotels at $75 to $150, and in home boarding at $40 to $125. |
| City | Big cities cost more. Petful says kennels run $25 to $50 in most places and $45 to $85 in higher cost cities. |
| Extras | Add ons are often billed apart. Petful lists medical or special care fees of $5 to $20 a night for dogs that need medicine or watching. |
| Dog size | Larger dogs can cost more to house and feed. Petful says some places charge more for large and giant breeds and limit how many they take. |
| Booking fees and length | Wag adds a flat $14.99 fee per booking, and Petful lists a typical week of boarding at $280 to $420 at mid range places. |
What the price includes
A nightly price usually covers a bed or kennel, food, and basic care. Extras often cost more, such as extra walks, play time, medicine, a bath before pickup, and late pickup. Petful lists special care at $5 to $20 a night. Ask if food is included and what the fee is for holidays before you book. It does not include tax or extras the provider adds on the day.
Who charges this and how it is billed
Dog boarding is sold by kennels, resorts, and in home sitters, some through apps like Wag. Most bill per night, and Petful notes that extras are billed apart. Wag adds a $14.99 flat booking fee on each booking. Some places bill by the day, and Dogster lists in home boarding at $40 to $125 a day. Ask about holiday rates when you book. Get the full nightly price in writing before you drop off your dog, so you know what the final bill will be.
When you need this
You need boarding when you travel and cannot take your dog, or when no friend or family can watch him. Book early for holidays and school breaks. Visit the place first, and ask what shots your dog needs. Some dogs do better with an in home sitter than in a busy kennel.
How to judge your quote
- Is the price per night or per day?
- What is included, such as food, walks, and play time?
- Is there a booking fee or a fee for medicine?
- Do holidays or late pickup cost more?
- Compare the total with the range above: $25 to $150 per night for most people in 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Compare kennels and in home sitters. Petful lists kennels at $25 to $50 in most of the country and in home sitters at $45 to $85.
- Book a week at once. Petful lists a typical week at $280 to $420, and as low as $175 at budget places.
- Ask if you can bring your own food and meds. This can help you avoid special care fees of $5 to $20 a night.
- Skip add ons your dog does not need. Extra walks, playtime, and baths before pickup are billed apart.
- Pick up on time. Petful says late or early pickup outside standard hours is often billed separately.
How we got these numbers
The range on this page comes from Petful, Dogster and Wag. We opened each source page and read every number on it on October 7, 2026. Where the sources disagree, the table above shows each one so you can see the spread. These are planning ranges, not quotes. The written price you are given is the real price.
Common questions
How much does dog boarding cost per night?
Wag lists an average of $53 a night, with most stays from $39 to $76. Petful lists $25 to $50 for a standard kennel.
How much is luxury dog boarding?
Dogster lists luxury hotels at $75 to $150 a night. Petful lists luxury suites at $100 and above.
How much does a week of boarding cost?
Petful lists $280 to $420 a week at mid range places, as low as $175 at budget ones, and up to $600 for premium or in home options.
Is in home boarding cheaper?
Not always. Petful lists in home sitters at $45 to $85, and Dogster lists $40 to $125 a day.
Are there extra fees?
Yes. Petful lists $5 to $20 a night for medicine or special care. Wag adds a $14.99 booking fee per booking.